Best Public Schools in Oregon City, OR

The city of Oregon City, Oregon is home to a diverse set of 12 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 3 high schools, and 1 alternative school. The schools in this area show a wide range of academic performance, with some standout performers as well as areas for improvement.

Among the top-performing schools in the area are Springwater Environmental Sciences School, a public charter elementary/middle school that consistently ranks among the best in the state, and John McLoughlin Elementary School, a public elementary school in the top 30% of Oregon schools. The Alliance Charter Academy also stands out for its impressive test scores, particularly in English Language Arts. In contrast, the Oregon City Service Learning Academy is among the lowest-performing high schools in the state.

The data reveals notable differences in performance and funding across the schools in Oregon City. The charter schools generally have higher proficiency rates than the traditional public schools, despite lower per-student spending. The elementary schools also show a wide range of academic achievement, with Springwater and John McLoughlin outperforming the others. Overall, the schools in the Oregon City School District 62 and the Canby School District 86 show a diverse range of academic performance and funding levels.